Epsom1-2 set to clash again in Irish Derby

VODAFONE Derby hero Sir Percy is a 5-2 shot with Cashmans to land the Irish equivalent at the Curragh in four weeks time.

Epsom1-2 set to clash again in Irish Derby

Cashmans have installed unlucky Epsom fourth Hala Bek as 2-1 favourite in the Budweiser-sponsored classic on July 2, with French Der by victor Darsi at 6-1. Should Sir Percy go to Ireland he could face Dragon Dancer, the horse he collared on the line at Epsom.

His jockey Darryll Holland believes the Curragh would suit the Geoff Wragg-trained maiden much better than Epsom did.

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